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"Phase two of the programme will be largely completed in 2018 with the introduction of the Vanquish replacement and production of the new Vantage, contributing to continued sustainable profitability at Aston Martin."

In 2017, Aston Martin said it achieved its highest full-year sales volumes in nine years, driven by rising demand in North America, the UK and China.

It added that this sales performance came amid continued strong orders for the DB11, the Vanquish S and for special models that more than doubled year on year to 250 vehicles.

As part of the Second Century Plan, Aston Martin is expanding its UK manufacturing footprint.